Jackie Kashian is a veteran stand-up comedian and storyteller who has spent over three decades performing on global stages, including the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and the Melbourne Comedy Festival. She hosts the long-running podcast The Dork Forest, an interview series that explores the obsessive hobbies of guests ranging from fellow comedians to technical experts. Additionally, she co-hosts The Jackie and Laurie Show with Laurie Kilmartin, providing a behind-the-scenes look at the professional comedy circuit. Her recent full-length special, Stay-Kashian, showcases her observational style centered on her Armenian heritage and family dynamics. Beyond her solo work, Kashian frequently appears on the Dropout streaming network in programs like Um, Actually and Dirty Laundry. She has earned television credits on HBO, NPR’s All Things Considered, and Conan. Known as a pioneer of the nerd-core movement, her work remains a staple in alternative comedy through her affiliation with the All Things Comedy network and frequent collaborations with Maria Bamford.